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5 Industries Hiring NOW!

With the U.S. economy growing stronger every day, unemployment numbers have started to decrease and careers in high-profile industries are starting to rise. Many of the industries that were once struggling to get by are now expecting rapid growth over the next few years.

As companies around the U.S. see more growth, the demand for educated and driven job seekers is on the rise. Only one question remains: which industries are focused on hiring?

Here are just a few career paths to seek out:

Air Travel Industry

Over the past year, several major airlines have increased fare prices to balance out the demands of traveling consumers. With tourism and business trips on the rise, the need for pilots and flight attendants is increasing quickly. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, pilot positions are expected to increase by about 12 percent through 2018 (over a ten-year span).

With higher expectations for the airline industry, major airlines — such as Delta and Southwest — are bringing many new faces on board. From corporate and management positions to grounds crew and baggage handlers, airlines are also offering attractive benefits packages to acquire new talent.

Hospitality

Now that traveling has once again become an expense that American consumers can afford, hospitality is another industry that has been picking up speed over the past few years. While travelers search for new places to explore, there has been a surge in hotel and restaurant employment.

Many companies, including Marriott and Best Western, are looking to hire eager employees with all levels of experience. The hospitality industry has grown more than 44 percent in the past year alone and the demand for employees has never been higher.

Information Technology

With every day that passes, technology continues to evolve. In order to keep up with these changes, positions in the information technology industry are becoming more widely available. Whether job seekers are interested in innovative tech jobs or looking for a steady career in the auto industry, information technology job openings are on the rise.

Technology companies like Apple are seeking to hire a multitude of workers for many different positions. From Apple’s legal team and its human resources department to software engineers and customer service representatives, the Cupertino, California-based tech giant has no shortage of opportunities for the above-average worker.

Alternative information technology careers are also on the rise. After a rough couple of years, General Motors is set to hire about 1,500 IT specialists. As the company begins to improve its infrastructure and expand in brainpower, the automaker is demanding more manpower to meet its revised goals.

Mobile Point-of-Sale Industry

From interns to top-tier executives, the mobile point-of-sale industry is a force to reckon with. These companies are offering positions to individuals who think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to unanswered questions.

Companies like PayAnywhere are looking to bring new hires to the industry by adding new talent to their office in Troy, Michigan. Extending far beyond the typical job experience, PayAnywhere provides employees an opportunity to innovate in an up-in-coming industry. PayAnywhere is currently seeking to hire for a variety of positions offering invaluable, hands-on experience.

Marketing/Advertising

Marketing and advertising are some of the most popular degrees from recent college grads. Business-savvy individuals are jumping at the opportunity to create innovative campaigns for companies across the US.

ePrize (a full-service marketing agency with locations all over the United States) has quickly become a dominant force in the marketing and advertising industry. With clients like Coca-Cola and Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, it is no wonder that this fast-paced company is in constant demand for marketing-minded individuals. Although ePrize is a marketing-based corporation, executives are looking to fill several different openings, including mobile app developers and directors of business development.

Among a wide variety of industries, these five appear to be some of the fastest-growing options with an unprecedented amount of opportunity for job hunters.

What are you waiting for? Your career is just around the corner — get clicking!

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